Project Hail Mary - Andy Weir
Reading this book felt unexpectedly comforting.The science fiction I've read often assumes that meeting another intelligent species will eventually lead to war. I'm used to stories about invasion, conquest, dominance, conflict, competition over resources, and the idea that difference inevitably turns into hostility. I loved that this book imagined solving a common problem together. Is that realistic? Maybe not?We humans, are too messy and prone to violence and aggres…
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Japanese Tales of Mystery and Imagination - Edogawa Rampo: My opinion with spoilers
1. Introduction
► Publication year: 1956 ► Genre: Fiction, fantasy, horror, mystery, suspense. ► Themes: Japanese culture, crime, perfect murder, mirrors, obsessions, the human psyche, mutilation. ► Pages: 195
This is my first book by Edogawa Rampo (Hirai Taro). I read it in English and I liked it. I think it is well-written. Read my short, spoiler-free review on Goodreads.
2. Title ★★★★✩
You cannot help but think almost immediately on "Tales of Mystery and Imagination"…
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